Our May Uncurated auction features nearly 450 lots of artwork, furniture, lighting, bronzes and a large selection of comic books and other vintage collectibles.
The first 117 lots are from the estate of Ron Travisano. An advertising executive, Mr. Travisano was responsible for many well-known ad campaigns, including the Meow Mix singing cats and Joe Isuzu. Born in Newark, NJ in 1938, Mr. Travisano was the vice chairman, president and creative director of Della Femina, Travisano & Partners until 1985, when he left to start his own company. The winner of many industry honors including 15 Clio awards and selections to the advertising hall of fame, Mr. Travisano retired in 2001. Ron Travisano passed away in January 2025 at the age of 86. Highlights from his collection include a Charpentier bronze, an oil painting by British artist Helen Howard Hatton, and a Daum Nancy vase, as well as several pieces of carved Renaissance Revival furniture, and a number of pieces of art created by Mr. Travisano.
The sale also includes a large selection of comic books and other collectibles, including a graded New Mutants #98 featuring the first appearance of Deadpool, as well as vintage comics from the 1970s and 80s and a collection of Funko Pop figures.
Other highlights include a Wharton Esherick stool, modern furniture including Herman Miller and Knoll, Louis XVI furniture, a selection of Wave Crest, and a Tiffany sterling and 18k ring.
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LOT 48:
Pair of Renaissance Revival Chairs
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Start price:
$
100
Estimate :
$200 - $250
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 6.625%
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Pair of Renaissance Revival Chairs
Pair of carved Renaissance Revival side chairs. Needlepoint upholstery, carved splats with floral motif. Each 17 1/2"W x 18 5/8"D x 45"H, seat height 18 7/8"H. Wear to both seats, roughness and chips to legs and feet. Provenance: The Estate of Ron Travisano, advertising executive responsible for many well known ad campaigns, including the Meow Mix singing cats and Joe Isuzu.
Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
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